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The McDonald Criteria are a set of diagnostic guidelines used by healthcare professionals to diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic neurological disorder characterized by inflammation and demyelination in the central nervous system. Developed by a working group led by neurologist W. Ian McDonald in 2001 and subsequently revised in 2005 and 2010, these criteria aim to facilitate early and accurate diagnosis of MS.
The McDonald Criteria incorporate clinical features, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings, and cerebrospinal fluid analysis. Key
The criteria enable clinicians to diagnose MS even after a single clinical attack if MRI evidence shows
Overall, the McDonald Criteria are considered a significant advancement in MS diagnosis, balancing evidence from clinical